SAFFORD — The judges reviewed all the entries and picked the top three in the 2026 Cinco de Mayo Parade, sponsored by St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church.
Gila All-Star Cheer was selected as Most Entertaining, the St. Rose of Lima Youth Group was named Most Creative, and Best Decorated went to St. Rose of Lima Catholic School.
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Each winner receives $100. Judges were Kathy Grimes, Kristin Grimes and Barbara Gojkovich.
The parade, down Safford’s Main Street on Saturday, was followed by the annual Fiesta on the church’s grounds, and a dance in the evening in the fellowship hall.
– David Bell Photo/Gila Valley Central
